Poetry Reading: Los Poemas de Tres Culturas
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POETRY EVENT Poemas de Tres Culturas
Is it poetry? Is it music? It is an enchanting immersive journey into the soul of medieval Iberia.
Authentic medieval instruments accompany Houston performers to present an evening intertwining mystical, spiritual, and secular works celebrating Convivencia: a unique historical moment when Jewish, Christian, and Muslim traditions converged to create a vibrant culture.
In addition, an exhibit will be on view that is created by the Spanish Government. “The Golden Age of Judaism in al-Andalus” that tells the story of Judaism in medieval Spain on a series of 28 panels.
The Al-Andaluz Project musicians accompany readings by Houstonians of poetry from medieval al-Andalus era.
FREE ADMISSION
March 25, 2026, 7:30pm
Location information will be shared upon registration
All attendees must register to attend.
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CONCERT. Sueños de al-Ándalus
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Talk & Sensory Tour: Art and Science Mingle in the Medieval Gardens of al-Andalus
TALK AND SENSORY TOUR Art and Science Mingle in Medieval Gardens of al-Andalus
Explore the rich intersection of art, science, and nature in the medieval Muslim gardens of al-Andalus. This engaging program delves into how landscape, architecture, and water worked together to create spaces that were both sustainable and beautiful. Pollen studies show how these gardens reflected a deep understanding of ecology and design. Following the presentation, enjoy a guided stroll through McGovern Centennial Gardens with Hermann Park Conservancy staff to see how the same timeless principles continue to shape modern landscapes today.
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McGovern Centennial Gardens, Hermann Park
5pm-7pm
1500 Hermann Dr, Houston, TX 77004
Abbey Stockstill
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Ancient Games Tournament
The Book of Games depicting a Jew and a Muslim playing chess. Commissioned by Alfonso X and completed in his scriptorium in Toledo in 1283. From the collection of Real Biblioteca de San Lorenzo, El Escorial
Ancient Games Tournament
Join us at Levy Park to test your skills in 5,000 years of exciting challenges of games from around the world.
Compete against friends and foes, cheer on your favorite participants, and immerse yourself in the thrill of ancient competition. Costumes are highly encouraged, so don your best outfit from around the world or through time.
Don't miss out on this epic event that promises fun, camaraderie. Grab your gear and prepare for a day of adventure at the Ancient Games Tournament!
Food from around the world creates an immersive cultural experience for the whole family!
FREE ADMISSION
Sat Apr 18, 2026, 10am-3pm. Levy Park | 3801 Eastside Street, Houston, TX 77098
Inaugural Gala The Legacy of Al-Andalus
GALA The Legacy of al-Andalus
The cuisine of medieval Spain blended Muslim, Jewish, and Christian traditions, and drew on India, Persia, the Spice Islands, and Africa for ingredients. A feast with music awaits!
Benifiting the establishment of an educational endowment for families and children’s events presented by Archaeology Now.
Featuring the culinary artistry of Nawal Nasrallah
Tickets: $200
Lott Hall
Nawal Nasrallah
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LIVE YOUTUBE The Lyrics of Al-Andalus
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LIVE YOUTUBE The Lyrics of al-Andalus: Wine, Desire, the Garden, and Love of God
Poetry was arguably the outstanding manifestation of the culture of al-Andalus. It held a potent aesthetic appeal to Muslims, Christians, and Jews alike.
Through discussion of exemplary poems, this talk will explore the thematic range of spellbinding Andalusian Arabic and Hebrew lyrics on human and divine love, the beauty of nature, the pleasures of wine, and poems of praise and lament.
FREE ADMISSION
Sun Mar 8, 2026, 3pm
This talk will be recorded for placement on the Archaeology Now YouTube Channel. Participants in the live broadcast have the opportunity to interact with the speaker.
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ARCHITECTURE TOUR. Spain Meets Houston
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TALK: The Alhambra Revealed
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TALK The Alhambra Revealed
Famed as a world heritage monument, the Alhambra is more than a stunning palace—it is a "paradise on earth" built by the Nasrid dynasty.
Explore how 13th-century artists and engineers combined water, light, and intricate geometry to create a timeless masterpiece where blend of Islamic and Jewish influences might be seen. From the serene Court of the Lions to the "talking walls" covered in poetry, this event will reveal archaeological and architectural marvels behind the legends of the Alhambra.
Appropriately, this talk is held at the new Ismaili Center whose architects translate enduring ideas from the Muslim world through contemporary craft, creating a space that feels rooted in tradition yet relevant.
Sr. Fernando Martínez Ávila, Director, Department of Archaeology, Alhambra & Generalife is presenting this talk.
Fernando Martínez Ávila
Free Admission
Talk: 7:00 pm
Iftar Reception: 6:15 pm
The Ismaili Center Houston
2323 Allen Pkwy
Enter at 2290 W Dallas St
This talk is presented in grateful collaboration with the Ismaili Center Houston, the Spanish Consulate of Houston, the Spain US Chamber of Commerce, Casa de Espana, and the Bilateral Chamber of Commerce .
LIVE YOUTUBE: An Islamic Medieval Megacity
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Discover a medieval Islamic megacity (Córdoba/Madinat al-Zahra) in
al-Andalus Spain where power, wealth, and cultural innovation attracted poets, scholars, artisans, and diplomats from across the world.
With no equal in Europe for centuries, the archaeology of this city reveals its monumental architecture, sophisticated urban planning, and the splendor of the western Umayyad caliphate.
Dr. Rafael Blanco Guzmán, Professor of Art History and Archaeology at the Universidad de Córdoba gives this talk.
FREE ADMISSION
3:00pm
Live YouTube
This talk will be recorded for placement on the Archaeology Now YouTube Channel. Participants in the live broadcast have the opportunity to interact with the speaker.
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TALK. From Madinat al-Zahra to the Alhambra: Palace/Fortress/City
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INTERACTIVE EVENING. al-Andalus, Medieval Islamic Spain: Three Faiths, One Culture
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